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    Utah National Parks and Recreation Areas

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    Zion National Park

    Cliffs, slot canyons, and dizzying views: This park has them all. Two classic Zion experiences: hiking Angels Landing and wading the Virgin River Narrows.

    Bryce Canyon

    Bryce Canyon National Park

    Famous for its weird and wonderful hoodoos—bulbous rock pillars—this southwestern Utah park also offers hiking, horseback riding, camping, and stargazing.

    Delicate Arch in Arches National Park

    Arches National Park

    Marvel at more than 2,000 natural rock arches at this park just outside of Moab. Some can be spotted from the road, but the best require a scenic hike.

    Island in the Sky District with the Green River

    Canyonlands National Park

    Canyonlands National Park is full of canyons, mesas, and buttes. But you won't find crowds here. It's Utah's least visited park even though it's the largest

    The Golden Throne in Capitol Reef National Park

    Capitol Reef National Park

    This national park preserves the 100-mile-long Waterpocket Fold (a “wrinkle” in the earth’s crust), a Mormon frontier settlement, and vast wilderness.

    The Flaming Gorge in Utah

    Neighboring Parks

    From the Flaming Gorge in the north to Monument Valley in the south, Utah is filled with parks and recreation areas for you to enjoy.

    The road through Monument Valley at the Utah-Arizona border.

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    I Wonder...

    How should I get to Utah's parks?

    Most people drive. Check out our road trip ideas. There are a few major airports within a day’s drive of the parks including Salt Lake City and Las Vegas. Once you get to the parks, you will need a car or tour transportation to get around. Zion National Park has a shuttle that runs in the Valley. If you are entering Zion from the east, you need to be aware of the restrictions for the Mount Carmel Tunnel.

    Shafer Trail Road in Canyonlands National Park

    5 Best Road Trips

    Find an exciting scenic route to the parks when you follow one of these itineraries. We show you the best starting points and points of interest on the way.

    Where should I stay on my Utah vacation?

    Zion and Bryce Canyon each have one lodge inside the park. However, all parks have campgrounds. There are a plethora of lodging options near the park entrances and in gateway towns including cabins, campgrounds, resorts, and hotels.

    Red Mountain Resort near St. George, Utah. Courtesy photo

    Hotels and Cabins

    Only two of the five Utah national parks have hotels or cabins inside the park, but your can find a variety of lodging in gateway communities right outside the park boundaries.

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    Camping and RV Parks

    Spend time camping on your Utah National Park vacation at one of the many area campgrounds.

    What is there to see in Utah's national parks?

    Observation Point in Zion National Park on a cloudy day

    Top 3 Vistas in Zion National Park

    Get the best views in this red-rock paradise in southwestern Utah. If you want to feel on top of the world, here are three fantastic Zion hikes that offer incredible vistas.

    A glowing closeup of hoodoos in Bryce Canyon National Park

    What are Hoodoos?

    The word "hoodoo" means to bewitch, which is what Bryce Canyon's rock formations surely do.

    What is there to do in Utah?

    Hiking through slot canyons and up rock formations, mountain biking over slickrock, 4-wheel scenic drives, and wildlife watching (especially for bighorn and birds) are the main activities. See our list of the top ten things to do in the parks and beyond.

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    Hiking Trails

    Utah offers hikers and backpackers an exceptional variety of lovely trails that meander across rivers and streams, and pass by striking waterfalls & arches

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    Outdoor Recreation

    From hiking to fishing to winter sports, there are plenty of activities for the outdoor enthusiast in Zion National Park.

    Temple Square in Salt Lake City.

    Attractions

    Utah has many museums, zoos, movie sets, and historic sites to visit on your national park vacation

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    Vacation Itineraries

    Looking for ideas for a Utah vacation? Here you'll suggestions for Utah's five national parks along with some of Utah's leisure towns and cities.

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    10 Top Things to Do in Utah Parks

    Be sure to hit one, or all, of the Top 10 Things to do and see in Utah Parks. There’s slot canyons, arches, museums, dinosaurs and more.

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    Ranger Victoria Allen greats visitors at the Arches Visitor Center. Photo by NPS Andrew Kuhn

    How Much Do Utah National Parks Cost?

    A trip to Utah isn’t complete without a visit to one of its many national park and wilderness areas, so pack a little extra money to cover entrance fees.

    A cozy fire outside the yurt at sunset. Photo courtesy Zion Backcountry Yurt

    Zion Area | Zion Backcountry Yurts

    The yurt is a 40-minute drive from the East entrance of Zion in a backcountry setting, giving guests an IMAX view of the surrounding cliffs and valley below.

    Mystery Canyon Falls in Zion National Park's Narrows

    Waterfalls in Zion National Park

    Somehow, one doesn't expect desert terrain to be home of some of the world's most spectacular water features. But, Zion is full of waterfalls from snow melt.